Hey, gang!
I'm seeking some advice from experienced riders for my new board hunt. As I've finally gotten some serious seasons under my belt (not the 1-3 rides a season I've had since a kid), I'm looking to further understand the mechanics that go into my board and how they compliment my riding style. I have the tendency to be wordy, so, please accept my apology in advance if you get the feeling you're reading a shitty hipster blog (no offense to the hipsters).
Present circumstance:
Most of my recent (and present) riding is with a less aggressive, but still fierce, Woman rider, and her 10 year old son whom we are teaching (3rd season, but still learning). Because of this, I spend most of my time on Blue Groomers. During this time I like to jump off anything possible, practice my flatland spins, jibs, and switch riding; whenever I can, I hit moguls and take dashes into the trees--I don't ride in the park anymore, but I treat the mountain the same way. If I get time alone, I like to get nostalgic and ride the steeps, moguls and back bowls, like I did when my father was still my main riding partner.
Present dilemma:
Plain and simple, I don't feel that I have enough control over my board for how playfully I'm riding. Although my attitude is quick and aggressive and playful, I'm pretty clumsy. I'm 6'4" and 160 lbs., and, although I like to think I'm riding rather gracefully, I know it's more likely that I'm flailing around the mountain like a madman, and I really don't think I'm strong enough to control my board in order to ride the way I want to.
What I'd like:
Something that is loose and playful and forgiving, without losing the snap that I need to kick it into gear when I'm riding without the family.
Things I'm considering:
Given my height, should I pick a wide board to help with balance and stability (I don't imagine a longer board, given my weight / strength)?
Should I get a shorter board to help with my strength / control issues?
Is a Freestyle board a better option than an All-Mountain, in terms of flex (for forgiveness / playfulness)?
Will a Rocker / Camber hybrid give me the snappy control (in trees / on bumps) I'm imagining it will?
After riding my lady's Never Summer Raven for an extremely brief period, I immediately felt I was missing out on a whole world of Snowboarding that I was eager to dip into. Because of this I've been considering a Never Summer board (in addition to being a local company). A shoppee recommended that I try the Ripsaw, but it felt even more challenging than my current ride, so I know that was a step in the wrong direction. However, I have been heavily considering the NS Proto, but am absolutely open to other options.
If I happened to miss something, which, ironically, I probably have -.- please feel free to ask any questions!
Cheers,
Drew
Current set:
Ride Machete 158, Flux DS (L), Ride Lasso (10) (All '13/'14)
I'm seeking some advice from experienced riders for my new board hunt. As I've finally gotten some serious seasons under my belt (not the 1-3 rides a season I've had since a kid), I'm looking to further understand the mechanics that go into my board and how they compliment my riding style. I have the tendency to be wordy, so, please accept my apology in advance if you get the feeling you're reading a shitty hipster blog (no offense to the hipsters).
Present circumstance:
Most of my recent (and present) riding is with a less aggressive, but still fierce, Woman rider, and her 10 year old son whom we are teaching (3rd season, but still learning). Because of this, I spend most of my time on Blue Groomers. During this time I like to jump off anything possible, practice my flatland spins, jibs, and switch riding; whenever I can, I hit moguls and take dashes into the trees--I don't ride in the park anymore, but I treat the mountain the same way. If I get time alone, I like to get nostalgic and ride the steeps, moguls and back bowls, like I did when my father was still my main riding partner.
Present dilemma:
Plain and simple, I don't feel that I have enough control over my board for how playfully I'm riding. Although my attitude is quick and aggressive and playful, I'm pretty clumsy. I'm 6'4" and 160 lbs., and, although I like to think I'm riding rather gracefully, I know it's more likely that I'm flailing around the mountain like a madman, and I really don't think I'm strong enough to control my board in order to ride the way I want to.
What I'd like:
Something that is loose and playful and forgiving, without losing the snap that I need to kick it into gear when I'm riding without the family.
Things I'm considering:
Given my height, should I pick a wide board to help with balance and stability (I don't imagine a longer board, given my weight / strength)?
Should I get a shorter board to help with my strength / control issues?
Is a Freestyle board a better option than an All-Mountain, in terms of flex (for forgiveness / playfulness)?
Will a Rocker / Camber hybrid give me the snappy control (in trees / on bumps) I'm imagining it will?
After riding my lady's Never Summer Raven for an extremely brief period, I immediately felt I was missing out on a whole world of Snowboarding that I was eager to dip into. Because of this I've been considering a Never Summer board (in addition to being a local company). A shoppee recommended that I try the Ripsaw, but it felt even more challenging than my current ride, so I know that was a step in the wrong direction. However, I have been heavily considering the NS Proto, but am absolutely open to other options.
If I happened to miss something, which, ironically, I probably have -.- please feel free to ask any questions!
Cheers,
Drew
Current set:
Ride Machete 158, Flux DS (L), Ride Lasso (10) (All '13/'14)